This weeks #Jobalerts 21 June
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1.Nunkuwarrin Yunti Nurse Supervisor (Registered Nurse / Midwife)
2. Broome Project Coordinator – Aboriginal Suicide Prevention Trial
3-6 Kimberley AMS Four Nurse positions
7. Grafton and Casino Registered Nurse (RN) & Early Childhood Nurse (ECN)
8-10 Brisbane :North Stradbroke Island part of the Yulu-Burri-Ba team?
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1.Nunkuwarrin Yunti Nurse Supervisor (Registered Nurse / Midwife)
Australian Nurse Family Partnership Program
- Ongoing, full time position
- Attractive remuneration package
- Starting Salary $95,693.98 + Super + access to Salary Sacrifice
- Significant career and training development opportunities
Nunkuwarrin Yunti works to promote and deliver improvement in the health and well-being of all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in the greater metropolitan area of Adelaide and to advance their social, cultural and economic status. The Organisation places a strong focus on a client centred approach to the delivery of services and a collaborative working culture to achieve the best
The Australian Nurse Family Partnership Program (ANFPP) is a program of sustained and scheduled home visiting for Aboriginal families that begins during the antenatal period and continues until the child is 2 years old. Based on the model developed by Professor David Olds in the USA, the AFNPP involves nurses and/or midwives and Aboriginal Family Partnership Workers working in partnership with women who are pregnant with an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander baby, through an intensive home visiting program of evidence based interventions.
The position of Nurse Supervisor contributes by leading, modelling, coordinating and working with a team of 3 Nurse Home Visitors and 3 Aboriginal Family Partnership Workers. The position is located in Nunkuwarrin Yunti’s Women Children and Family Health Unit and will be based at Nunkuwarrin Yunti’s Mile End site. The position manages the team who will provide support to women and families who live within the catchment areas of Playford, Port Adelaide and Enfield (Adelaide Metro) including the two maternity hospitals (Women’s and Children’s Hospital and Lyell McEwin Hospital).
Key Duties
- Coordinate the development and implementation of the ANFPP and model a strength-based, culturally safe and client-centred program to achieve operational outcomes.
- Provide leadership to the team for practice governance and day to day operations of the ANFPP program in line with the national ANFPP program guidelines and relevant Nunkuwarrin Yunti Clinical and Practice Governance systems.
- Develop and maintain a positive learning environment, taking a reflective approach to service, team and individual performance development inclusive of formal training, clinical supervision and regular team meetings.
Key Requirements
- Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse and/or Midwife
- Demonstrated high level of nursing practice in maternal and/or child and family health within a comprehensive primary health care context
- Experience in the provision of mentoring and leadership to a team of health professionals, preferably including clinical supervision and reflective practice
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander co-workers, clients and communities
Click here to download the Job Description
Click her to download the Application Form
Enquiries about the role can be addressed to Virginia Healy at virginiah@nunku.org.au or on (08) 84061600.
Applications to include completed Application Form, Resume and Covering Letter including a brief overview against the key requirements above.
Applications to be forwarded to Ms Jynaya Smith, Human Resource Administration Officer C/o Nunkuwarrin Yunti of South Australia Inc, PO Box 7202, Hutt Street, Adelaide, SA 5000 or Email: jynayam@nunku.org.au
Note – current driver’s license and National Police Check required prior to employment
ABORIGINAL PEOPLE ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY
APPLICATIONS CLOSE DATE – FRIDAY 7th JULY 2017
2. Broome Project Coordinator – Aboriginal Suicide Prevention Trial
- Rewarding and varied role with the region’s leading provider of Aboriginal health services!
- Attractive remuneration circa $81,682 – $96,948 base, PLUS district allowance AND accommodation allowances!
- Do you want to really make a difference in your career? This is a unique opportunity to work with Indigenous communities in the spectacular Kimberley region!
About the Organisation
Kimberley Aboriginal Medical Services LTD (KAMS) is a well-established regional Aboriginal community controlled health service, founded in 1986, which provides centralised advocacy and resource support for 6 independent member services, as well as providing direct clinical services in a further 6 remote Aboriginal communities across the region.
KAMS has successfully delivered high-quality, accessible comprehensive primary health care services over its 30 years of operation and has provided innovation and national leadership in areas such as health information management and evidence-based best practice in primary health care.
About Broome
Broome is located 2,240km north of Perth and has a permanent population of 14,436. Broome promotes a relaxed and easy-going lifestyle, with nearby shopping centres, Sunday markets as well as a broad range of restaurants and entertainment options. It is founded on the traditional lands of the Yaruwu people and is rich in history, culture and beautiful surrounds.
Broome has a deep history in the pearling industry, spanning back to the 1800’s, with memorials throughout the town to commemorate those lost in the early years of pearling. Cable Beach is also a must-see, being named in honour of the Java-to-Australia undersea telegraph cable that reaches shore there. You can explore its beautiful scenery with a bit of 4WDing at low tide, or you can even take a camel ride every day at sunset!
Roebuck Bay is known as one of the most beautiful beaches that surround Broome, with its “Staircase to the moon” phenomenon drawing food and craft markets each time it occurs. The combination of a receding tide and rising moon create a natural phenomenon that can only be described as breath-taking.
About the Opportunity
Kimberley Aboriginal Medical Services Ltd (KAMS) has a truly rewarding opportunity for a Project Coordinator – Aboriginal Suicide Prevention Trial to join their team in Broome, WA. This is a full-time, fixed term role to 30 June, 2018.
This position has an indirect report to the Executive Steering Group of the Kimberley Suicide Prevention Working Group. The Working Group is charged to set strategy and oversee the Kimberley Suicide Prevention Trial in accordance with the parameters described in the National Suicide Prevention Trial Background and Overview, April 2017.
Reporting to the Deputy CEO, you will be responsible for delivering project deliverables and progress reports in accordance with the agreed project timeline set by the Steering Group. This will involve a range of project coordination and community development tasks.
Some of these tasks will include (but will not be limited to):
- Identifying needs and service gaps, and community strengths and assets, and support for service mapping activities;
- Facilitating stakeholder engagement;
- Collecting and analysing local and regional data;
- Developing detailed planning, schedules and resource requirements for identified projects;
- Providing high-level reports, strategic policy, and advice;
- Ensuring the Program works within the identified KAMS values and is culturally safe; and
- Delivering the position’s work plan within the approved budget and financial delegations.
To be successful you will need:
- A qualification in Community Development, Health or related discipline;
- Demonstrated skill and experience in managing diverse and high level stakeholders at a regional level;
- Demonstrated ability in project management and monitoring and evaluating a regional program using both qualitative and quantitative techniques, including participatory action research methodologies;
- Self-motivation and the ability to organise own workload with minimal direction;
- Excellent problem-solving skills including a high level of conceptual and analytical ability; and
- Demonstrated commitment to the principles of Aboriginal Community Control and demonstrated knowledge of cultural safety principles and practices.
KAMS are looking for candidates with well-developed interpersonal and cross-cultural communication skills and the ability to maintain client confidentially at all times within and outside the workplace. Ideally, you will have experience working within an Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation or an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander Community Organisation and experience working in a mental health or social and emotional wellbeing role, however, this is not mandatory.
A ‘C’ Class Driver’s License, Federal Police Clearance and willingness to travel often by 4WD vehicle and light aircraft will be required.
To download a full position description, please click here.
Please note: Candidates must address the selection criteria outlined in the position description. Please attach answers in a word document and upload with your application.
About the Benefits
If you are looking for a change of routine, a change of lifestyle or a new adventure, this is the role for you. You will see and experience more of Australia’s real outback than most people ever will – and get paid to do it!
KAMS is an organisation that truly values its team, and is committed to improving employee knowledge, skills and experience. In addition, staff development programs are not only encouraged but are often paid for by KAMS. This is a highly attractive opportunity for someone with a desire to develop their professional knowledge and experience in the area of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health!
While you will face diverse new challenges in this role, you will also enjoy an attractive remuneration package circa $81,682 – $96,948 + super.
There is also a wide range of additional benefits for the role including:
- District allowances – $2,920 single $5,840 double p.a;
- Electricity allowance $1,440
- Accommodation allowance $13,000;
- Annual Airfares to the value of $1,285 pa (after 12 months of employment).
Don’t miss this exciting and rewarding opportunity to have a positive impact on the mental health outcomes of Indigenous communities in the spectacular Kimberley region – Apply Now!
Please note: Candidates must respond to the questions below and attach a current resume to be considered.
3-6 Kimberley AMS Four Nurse positions
3. Registered nurse child health and midwife
http://kamsc-dahs.applynow.net.au/jobs/90282-registered-nurse-child-health-and-midwife
4.Registered nurse town clinic
http://kamsc-dahs.applynow.net.au/jobs/89298-registered-nurse-town-clinic
5.Remote schools registered nurse
http://kamsc-dahs.applynow.net.au/jobs/90281-remote-school-registered-nurse
6.Child health nurse
http://applynow.net.au/jobs/90283-child-health-nurse
About the Organisation
Kimberley Aboriginal Medical Services LTD (KAMS) is a well-established regional Aboriginal community controlled health service, founded in 1986, which provides centralised advocacy and resource support for 6 independent member services, as well as providing direct clinical services in a further 6 remote Aboriginal communities across the region.
KAMS has successfully delivered high-quality, accessible comprehensive primary health care services over its 30 years of operation and has provided innovation and national leadership in areas such as health information management and evidence-based best practice in primary health care.
7. Grafton and Casino Registered Nurse (RN) & Early Childhood Nurse (ECN)
- Take on one of these uniquely rewarding roles and expand your career in Aboriginal Health!
- Enjoy above award remuneration plus super & salary sacrificing options!
- Enjoy great work/life balance with Monday to Friday, 35 hour week & family oriented work environment!
About Bulgarr Ngaru
Bulgarr Ngaru Medical Aboriginal Corporation (BNMAC) is a not-for-profit Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation, providing primary health care services to Aboriginal people throughout the Clarence and Richmond Valleys through its’ network of clinics in Grafton, Casino and Maclean.
With a commitment to promoting health, wellbeing and disease prevention, involving a holistic approach to diagnosis, and the management of illness, Bulgarr Ngaru is a central part of the economic and social fabric of the region
Bulgarr Ngaru employs more than 50 people from local communities across the region including health professionals, clerical, and managerial staff. They are the leading employer of Aboriginal people and workers in the primary health sector in the region and more than 60% of staff members are Aboriginal people.
Building on their current regional network of health facilities and a significant client base, Bulgarr Ngaru looks forward to the next two decades of service development and innovation.
About the Opportunities
Registered Nurse – General Primary Health Care
Bulgarr Ngaru is looking for full-time Registered Nurses to join their teams in Grafton and Casino.
As a Registered Nurse, you will be responsible for assisting clients to address health issues in an holistic way. You’ll work collaboratively with Doctors and Health Workers to develop educational and intervention programs that address the contributory factors to wellness and empower clients to put in place a strategy that will improve their overall health and sense of wellbeing.
More specifically, some of your key duties will include:
- Working within the treatment room and on outreach clinics taking and recording clinical data;
- Performing patient recalls;
- Undertaking Health Assessments and Care Plans;
- Working alongside the Medical Officers to ensure efficient and effective primary health care to clients of the organisation, outreach clinics and in clients’ homes as required;
- Implementing treatment room protocols to ensure optimum infection control, quality primary health care and patient monitoring and immunisations; and
- Ensuring compliance with Accreditation procedures regarding cold chain monitoring, drug cabinet and doctor’s bag ordering and monitoring.
The successful RN candidates will be Registered Nurses with AHPRA Registration and relevant post-graduate experience in either an Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation or General Practice. Knowledge of clinical accreditation is required, and experience with organisational accreditation processes will be highly regarded.
Importantly, you’ll have a comprehensive understanding of the primary health needs, early intervention, psychosocial and cultural issues impacting on Aboriginal families, and a genuine desire to further your experience in the area of Aboriginal Health. The ability to work closely with Aboriginal Health Workers as an integral part of the team will be well regarded.
Your highly developed interpersonal and liaison skills will ensure your ability to build strong working relationships with service providers, clients and other key stakeholders.
The ideal applicants will radiate patience and adaptability, and will be the type of person who thrives in busy, varied and often unpredictable work environment. Team players who are willing to jump into any task at hand will fit well within Bulgarr Ngaru‘s dynamic team.
Although not essential, knowledge of / experience with Practice Incentive and Service Incentive Payments (Diabetes and Asthma Cycles of Care) would be well regarded.
Early Childhood Nurse
Bulgarr Ngaru is also looking for a full-time Early Childhood Nurse to join their team in Casino.
Due to the nature of this role, applicants are required to be female. In this position, an applicant’s gender is a genuine occupational qualification and is authorised by section 31 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1997.
This position will be responsible for working within the New Directions Mothers and Babies Services – a service that provides Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families with young children access to a range of child and maternal care.
You’ll be responsible for providing a coordinated assessment, identifying goals, planning strategies, and implementing and evaluating nursing care of children and families by:
- Monitoring the growth, development and health status of the child (0 to 5 years of age) within the context of the family;
- Providing pre and post-natal support, advice, health information, first line counselling (where appropriate) and referral of mothers and families to relevant service providers; and
- Actively promoting and providing a holistic approach to care.
The successful ECN will be a Registered Nurse with AHPRA Registration, and will hold recognised qualifications in Child and Family Health Nursing. A background in working with families and young children, particularly within a community setting, will be essential for your success.
It is essential that you have the ability to effectively and sensitively communicate with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and have a comprehensive understanding of the primary health needs, early intervention, psychosocial and cultural issues impacting on Aboriginal families. Due to the nature of the role, you must also have demonstrated experience working specifically with Aboriginal children and their families.
Additionally, it’s important you have the ability to plan and coordinate client care, while operating effectively within a multidisciplinary team. Effective communication skills and competency in the use of computer programs will ensure your success.
Please note: Candidates for both roles must be willing to provide outreach services on a rotating roster, and a current driver’s license is required. Accreditation as a Registered Nurse Immuniser (or the willingness to obtain this qualification within six months of employment) is also a requirement for both positions.
About the Benefits
If you are looking for a new challenge, a change of lifestyle or a new adventure, this is the role for you. You’ll love being surrounded by stunning beaches on one side and glorious mountains and rivers on the other, with the Gold Coast, Brisbane and Sydney all a quick hop, skip and a jump away!
Bulgarr Ngaru truly values its team, and is committed to improving employee knowledge, skills and experience. You will have access to genuine ongoing training opportunities and professional development.
In return for your hard work and dedication, you’ll be rewarded with an above award, attractive remuneration plus super, salary sacrificing and access to an employee assistance program.
Bulgarr Ngaru offers a family friendly, supportive workplace with strong community ties, and a 35-hour Monday to Friday week, ensuring you achieve a healthy work/life balance.
This is an excellent opportunity to enhance your cultural knowledge in a stunning location. Make a positive difference – Apply Now!
Aboriginal and Torrest Strait Islanders are strongly encouraged to apply.
8-10 Brisbane :North Stradbroke Island part of the Yulu-Burri-Ba team?
Yulu-Burri-Ba, in collaboration with ATSICHS Brisbane will be providing Family Wellbeing Services to the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Community within the North Stradbroke Island and Bayside catchment area.
The aim of this new service is to provide family wellbeing targeted interventions to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families in our community who are experiencing family wellbeing challenges.
To deliver these new services, Yulu-Burri-Ba has created three new positions:
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- Family Wellbeing Care Coordinator / Lead Case Worker – Identified position*
- In-home Family Mentor – Identified position*
- Family Counsellor – Indigenous person preferred
Why work for Yulu-Burri-Ba?
We can offer you:
- An opportunity to make a difference to the lives of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and families
- Ability to salary sacrifice
- A positive, supportive and learning work environment
- Challenging and rewarding employment
How to apply
Please send us your resume and a covering letter addressing why you would be the best person for the job.
Applications close
Wednesday, 5 July 2017 – 9AM
Need more information?
Email us at mailto:HR@ybb.com.auor call the Human Resource Team on (07) 3409 9596
*This position is identified to be filled by an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person